I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia
GoodKent County, Michigan · In Grand Rapids Division · Structure no. 000000000004786
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 237 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,546
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 61 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 34,546 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,000 by 2022. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia carry?
About 34,546 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia?
The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.5 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns I-196 M-21 WB over US-131BR & Ionia?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.